Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric innovation. This role demands a rare blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape how organizations navigate the next paradigm shift.
You'll lead cross-disciplinary initiatives, synthesizing emerging trends from quantum computing, biotechnology, and AI ethics to develop actionable strategies that position our clients as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and implementation, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic frameworks by analyzing technological, social, and economic megatrends
- Lead scenario planning workshops with C-suite executives to stress-test future business models
- Produce white papers and thought leadership on disruptive technologies reshaping 2026 markets
- Partner with R&D teams to incubate next-gen solutions aligned with future human needs
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory landscapes impacting 2026 digital transformation
- Design foresight methodologies for client organizations to build adaptive capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Published author on emerging technologies or trend analysis (portfolio required)
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario modeling methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into executable business strategies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)